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Megalania

2026-07-02T18:33:46Z

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''Megalania'' are large reptilian [[creature]]s that are the Cenozoic ancestors of modern [[monitor lizard]]s. They can be found in [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[temperate]] [[grassland]]s and [[shrubland]]s as well as [[Forest|tropical dry broadleaf forests]]. They are solitary hunters and can easily wipe out unarmed citizens they come across. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. They are the largest true dinosaur in the game and the third-largest prehistoric creature. A young megalania is called a ''hatchling''.

Megalania can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into war beasts; their bulk, quick maturity rate, rapid growth, and huge clutch size make them a definite upgrade from other military options such as [[grizzly bear]]s. Oddly, their eggs are slightly smaller than those of some much smaller dinosaur species, making them a better choice for a [[meat industry]] rather than [[egg production]]. Megalania become adults after 1 year and reach their full size after 2.

Megalania may appear as exotic [[mount]]s during [[siege]]s.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] megalania for their ''great size''.

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While they have great combat capabilities and are associated with fossilized bones deep underground, they have no relation to any ketchup-eating skeletons. If you [[Creature#Agitation|harm their environment]], though, you're still gonna have a bad time.
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Woolly mammoth

2026-07-02T17:34:22Z

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'''Woolly mammoths''' are large prehistoric [[creature]]s that are larger than their modern descendants, [[elephant]]s. They are found in [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[tundra]]s and [[Grassland|temperate grassland]]s, appearing in herds of 3-7. They are benign [[grazer]]s that are immensely dangerous if provoked or [[Creature#Agitation|agitated]]. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. A young woolly mammoth is called a ''calf''.

Woolly mammoths can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. Their large size and [[Item value|value multiplier]] make them a good choice for the [[textile industry]], though they grow slowly and consume far more grass than all other shearable options. They and the [[woolly rhinoceros]] are the only prehistoric animals that can be sheared and the only shearable animals that can be war trained. They are also the largest shearable creature overall. Woolly mammoths reach their full size after 5 years and become adults after 10 years.

Woolly mammoths may appear in [[siege]]s as exotic [[mount]]s.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] woolly mammoths for their ''tusks'' and ''wool''.

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Woolly mammoths have been known to coexist peacefully with [[sloth]]s and [[Smilodon|saber-toothed tigers]], even going as far as to travel in packs together. They are remarkably protective of children.

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Woolly rhinoceros

2026-07-02T17:24:28Z

Panchill: Correction about war training.

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'''Woolly rhinoceroses''' are large prehistoric [[creature]]s that are only slightly smaller than their modern descendants, [[rhinoceros]]es. They are found in [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[tundra]]s and [[Grassland|temperate grassland]]s, appearing in herds of 3-7. They are benign [[grazer]]s. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. A young woolly rhinoceros is called a ''calf''.

Woolly rhinoceroses can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into war beasts with a similar strength and growth rate to [[rhinoceros]]es but mature into adults much faster. Their large size makes them a good choice for both the [[meat industry]] and [[textile industry]], though they consume more grass than domestic shearable options. They and the [[woolly mammoth]] are the only prehistoric animals that can be sheared and the only shearable creatures that can be war trained. Woolly rhinoceroses become adults after 1 year but do not reach their full size until they are 5.

Woolly rhinoceroses may appear in [[siege]]s as exotic [[mount]]s.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] woolly rhinoceroses for their ''horns'' and ''wool''.

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Woolly rhinoceros

2026-07-02T17:19:21Z

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'''Woolly rhinoceroses''' are large prehistoric [[creature]]s that are only slightly smaller than their modern descendants, [[rhinoceros]]es. They are found in [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[tundra]]s and [[Grassland|temperate grassland]]s, appearing in herds of 3-7. They are benign [[grazer]]s. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. A young woolly rhinoceros is called a ''calf''.

Woolly rhinoceroses can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into war beasts with a similar strength and growth rate to [[rhinoceros]]es but mature into adults much faster. Their large size makes them a good choice for both the [[meat industry]] and [[textile industry]], though they consume more grass than domestic shearable options. They and the [[woolly mammoth]] are the only prehistoric animals that can be sheared, and they are the only shearable creature that can be war trained. Woolly rhinoceroses become adults after 1 year but do not reach their full size until they are 5.

Woolly rhinoceroses may appear in [[siege]]s as exotic [[mount]]s.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] woolly rhinoceroses for their ''horns'' and ''wool''.

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Llama

2026-07-02T17:14:10Z

Panchill: Llamas no longer provide the most meat and wool as the game now contains woolly mammoths and woolly rhinoceroses.

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'''Llamas''' are common domestic livestock available to most civilizations. Llamas can be [[shearer|sheared]] once every 300 days to yield [[wool]], which can be used to make low-value [[cloth]]. In addition to the standard [[meat industry]] products, llamas also supply wool when [[butcher]]ed.

Female llamas can be milked, and that [[milk]] can then be [[cook]]ed or made into [[cheese]].

As [[grazer]]s, llamas require a moderately-large [[pasture]] to survive; however they still eat significantly less grass than [[cow|cattle]], making them an excellent base animal for the player's combined meat, cheese, and [[cloth industry|cloth industries]].

Notably, Llamas are the largest and provide the most meat and wool of all non-prehistoric, non-exotic [[shearable]] creatures, though llama wool is equivalent in value to all other wool.

Some dwarves [[preference|like]] llamas for their ''long necks'', their ''jutting teeth'', and their ''wool''.

[[File:Lama3.jpg|thumb|400px|center|Admired for their ''wool''.]]

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Instead of Pasture land you may also give your Llamas faces and hands to satisfy their lust for flesh. They seem to also prefer to be pastured next to stockpiles of hats. (more testing needed)

While llamas are a common choice of livestock, be warned. You never know which one might actually be a [[noble]] transformed by a [[syndrome]]. Said llamas are usually very arrogant and self-centered, and often talk about building a pool upon a hilltop.

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Platybelodon

2026-07-02T16:05:22Z

Panchill: Added detail. Removed mention of them being the most likely to be domesticated in real life as there is no source to the claim + there are many other prehistoric mammals that would fit the bill.

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'''Platybelodons''' are large prehistoric [[creature]]s that are similar in appearance to their even larger descendants, [[elephant]]s. They are found in various [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[temperate]] [[biome]]s, appearing in herds of 3-7. They are benign [[grazer]]s. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. A young platybelodon is called a ''calf''.

Platybelodons can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into war beasts with a similar strength and growth rate to [[rhinoceros]]es and [[elephant]]s. These same reasons also make them a good choice for a [[meat industry]]. Platybelodons reach their full size after 5 years and become adults at 10.

Platybelodons may appear with caravans as pack animals or with [[siege]]s as exotic [[mount]]s.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] platybelodons for their ''shovel-like lower tusks''.

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Parasaurolophus

2026-07-02T16:02:04Z

Panchill: Fixed broken rhinoceros link.

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'''Parasaurolophus''' are huge bipedal [[creature]]s found in [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[Wetland|temperate freshwater marshes]] and [[Forest|temperate broadleaf forest]]s, appearing in herds of 3-5. They are benign herbivores that will nonetheless wipe out any dwarves not prepared for its wrath if provoked. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. They are one of the few creatures who emit [[noise]]s in [[adventurer mode]] (along with the [[capybara]] and [[kakapo]]), making toots and soft blowing sounds when relaxed and harsh whistles when alarmed. A young parasaurolophus is called a ''hatchling'' even though they lack the token to lay eggs. (Their real-life counterparts were prolific egg layers, so this might not be intentional.)

Parasaurolophus can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into war beasts; their bulk, quick maturity rate, rapid growth, and lack of [[Grazer|grazing token]] make them a fantastic alternative to [[rhinoceros]]es and [[elephant]]s. These same reasons also make them a good choice for a [[meat industry]]. Parasaurolophus become adults after 1 year and reach their full size after 2.

Parasaurolophus may appear with caravans as pack animals or with [[siege]]s as exotic [[mount]]s.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] parasaurolophus for their ''crests''.

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Triceratops

2026-07-02T15:10:02Z

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'''Triceratops''' are enormous reptilian [[creature]]s found in [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[temperate]] [[biome]]s, appearing in packs of 3-5. They are benign meanderers who will nonetheless crush and gore any dwarves stupid enough to [[Creature#Agitation|agitate]] them. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. They are the largest true dinosaur in the game and the third-largest prehistoric creature. A young triceratops is called a ''hatchling''.

Triceratops can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into war beasts; their bulk, quick maturity rate, rapid growth, and staggering clutch size arguably make them one of the most powerful available options for armies, and their lack of a [[Grazer|grazing token]] trumps the more powerful but ultimately impractical [[giant rhinoceros]] and [[giant elephant]]. Theoretically, one could have a legion of over 120 adult triceratops as soon as two years after a breeding pair is acquired. While prolific egg-layers, their eggs are currently no different in size from those of much smaller dinosaur species, making the [[meat industry]] a more effective use of product. Triceratops become adults after 1 year and reach their full size after 2.

Triceratops may appear with [[caravan]]s as pack animals or wagon pullers. They can also appear as exotic [[mount]]s during [[siege]]s, in which case you should either hope your traps don't jam or pray to Armok for a swift death.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] triceratops for their ''three horns''.

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Parasaurolophus

2026-07-02T14:27:45Z

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'''Parasaurolophus''' are huge bipedal [[creature]]s found in [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[Wetland|temperate freshwater marshes]] and [[Forest|temperate broadleaf forest]]s, appearing in herds of 3-5. They are benign herbivores that will nonetheless wipe out any dwarves not prepared for its wrath if provoked. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. They are one of the few creatures who emit [[noise]]s in [[adventurer mode]] (along with the [[capybara]] and [[kakapo]]), making toots and soft blowing sounds when relaxed and harsh whistles when alarmed. A young parasaurolophus is called a ''hatchling'' even though they lack the token to lay eggs. (Their real-life counterparts were prolific egg layers, so this might not be intentional.)

Parasaurolophus can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into war beasts; their bulk, quick maturity rate, rapid growth, and lack of [[Grazer|grazing token]] make them a fantastic alternative to [[rhinoceroses]] and [[elephants]]. These same reasons also make them a good choice for a [[meat industry]]. Parasaurolophus become adults after 1 year and reach their full size after 2.

Parasaurolophus may appear with caravans as pack animals or with [[siege]]s as exotic [[mount]]s.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] parasaurolophus for their ''crests''.

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Rhinoceros

2026-07-02T13:42:14Z

Panchill: Updated to account for patch to MEANDERER behavior in trained animals.

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'''Rhinoceroses''' are [[creature]]s found in [[tropical]] plains, where they appear in herds of 3 to 7 individuals. These massive animals are among the largest mundane land creatures in the game, essentially being smaller [[elephant]]s, though they're benign meanderers, more prone to fleeing from [[Dwarf|dwarves]] than attacking them. If pushed over the edge, however, a rhinoceros will quickly turn a dwarf into paste under its weight. A newborn rhinoceros is called a ''calf''.

Rhinoceroses can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into valuable exotic [[pet]]s. They become [[grazer]]s after being trained and, as such, require a [[pasture]], and due to their great size, they require a significant patch of [[grass]]. They can receive additional war training as well, which will remove their benign demeanor (and [[Creature token#MEANDERER|meandering habits]], as of version 52.05) and turn them into one of the strongest war beasts you could possibly have. They also make excellent livestock, as a [[butcher]]ed rhinoceros will provide plentiful returns which are [[Item value|worth]] ''five'' times more than those made from common animals. Rhinoceroses take 10 years to reach maturity, although they're fully grown by the age of 5. Additionally, they are exotic [[mount]]s and, as such, may appear ridden by surface races during [[siege]]s, providing much [[fun]] to an unprepared fortress.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] rhinoceroses for their ''horns''.

[[Image:Waterberg Nashorn2.jpg|thumb|center|400px|Admired for their ''horns''.]]

[[File:Rhinoceros Size Comparison.png|thumb|center|alt=Size Comparison|Estimated Rhinoceros Size Comparison.]]

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Deinonychus

2026-07-02T13:12:13Z

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'''Deinonychus''' are bipedal [[creature]]s found in [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[Forest|broadleaf forests]] and [[Shrubland|temperate shrubland]]s, appearing in packs of 3-5. They are large predators and can easily wipe out unarmed citizens they come across. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. A young deinonychus is called a ''hatchling''.

Deinonychus can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into war or hunting beasts; their bulk, quick maturity rate, and staggering clutch size make them an excellent option for quickly building an army or bodyguarding force. They are also a good choice for [[egg production]] in general. A large [[egg]] size and high yield of 10-30 eggs per clutch put them on equal footing with [[alligator]]s in terms of volume, though they lack a [[Item value|value multiplier]]. Deinonychus become adults after 1 year and reach their full size after 2.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] deinonychus for their ''scything claws'' and ''feathers''.

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Buitreraptor

2026-07-01T20:23:59Z

Panchill: Removed "savage" from where it appears - savage tag might only be present if Savage Wilds is selected. Need better understanding of dino generation.

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'''Buitreraptor''' are small bipedal [[creature]]s found in [[Desert#Badlands|badlands]] and [[shrubland]]s, appearing in packs of 3-5. They are benign and will flee if approached. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. A young buitreraptor is called a ''buitreraptor hatchling''.

Buitreraptor can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into hunting beasts, but as they are less than half the size of a [[bobcat]], they are far better suited for [[egg production]]. A large [[egg]] size and high yield of 10-30 eggs per clutch put them on equal footing with [[alligator]]s in terms of volume, though they lack the boosted [[Item value|product value]], [[butcher]]ing returns, and defensive capabilities of their larger cousins.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] Buitreraptors for their ''scything claws'' and ''feathers''.

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Buitreraptor

2026-06-30T00:29:38Z

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'''Buitreraptor''' are small bipedal [[creature]]s found in [[Surroundings#Savage|savage]] [[Desert#Badlands|badlands]] and [[shrubland]]s, appearing in packs of 3-5. They are benign and will flee if approached. While [[Extinction#Extinct creatures|extinct]] in real life, their appearance is dependent on the settings chosen when [[World generation#Real world extinct creatures|creating a world]]. A young buitreraptor is called a ''buitreraptor hatchling''.

Buitreraptor can be captured in [[cage]] [[trap]]s and [[Animal trainer|trained]] into exotic [[pet]]s. They can be further trained into hunting beasts, but as they are less than half the size of a [[bobcat]], they are far better suited for [[egg production]]. A large [[egg]] size and high yield of 10-30 eggs per clutch put them on equal footing with [[alligator]]s in terms of volume, though they lack the boosted [[Item value|product value]], [[butcher]]ing returns, and defensive capabilities of their larger cousins.

Some dwarves [[Preferences|like]] unicorns for their ''scything claws'' and ''feathers''.

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